Tristan Ruppert
WBRC FOX6 News
Birmingham, AL, United States
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Shelby County Sheriff’s Office getting creative to boost recruiting numbers
Right now, the Sheriff’s office is looking to fill more than ten positions. → Read More
UAB Teach Program boosting the number of STEM teachers in Alabama
A new study by Chalkbeat shows more and more teachers are leaving the classroom. In fact, the state of Alabama needs 1,500 teachers. → Read More
Attorney General Marshall imploring legislators to strengthen laws to fight gang activity in Alabama
State Attorney General Steve Marshall is asking legislators to take a stand against gang activity in Alabama. → Read More
State Farm no longer offering insurance to certain Kia and Hyundai owners due to high theft totals
Certain makes of Kia and Hyundai have deficiencies that are allowing would be thieves to ride off in your car. → Read More
Grant Mills Road closure extended due to geological issues
Unforeseen geological issues have forced contractors to lengthen the soil nail wall. → Read More
Fire Fighter Association fighting to rid gear of potentially life threatening chemicals
The International Association of Fire Fighters are just one of the groups demanding better for firefighters. They say PFAS chemicals are being found in firefighter turnout gear and that these “forever chemicals” are claiming the lives of first responders. → Read More
Jefferson County Commission gives $500,000 to Alabama Sports Council to host Magic City Classic
Jefferson County commissioners debated Thursday on what level of funding they want to provide the Alabama Sports Council. The council would host and promote the largest HBCU game in the country. → Read More
Narcan could possibly be made available over the counter
The Food and Drug Administration’s independent advisors unanimously recommending over-the-counter access to Narcan. → Read More
Umpire shortage limiting baseball season in Alabama
Finding umpires is proving difficult for many schools this year. → Read More
ALDOT to close portions of I-20/59 near Arkadelphia Rd. on Tuesday
Two lanes at a time will be closed on Interstate 20/59 near Arkadelphia Road as ALDOT surveys work done years ago to repair a sinkhole that developed in 2009. → Read More
What goes into a school district’s decision to dismiss early due to weather?
There is a good chance you or a loved one had to pick up your little ones early Thursday because of the predicted severe weather, but how does a school district make that decision? → Read More
What Metro Alabama Crime Stoppers believe is behind a surge in tips
More and more of you are calling Crime Stoppers with tips that lead to arrests. This is putting money in your pockets, and the 'bad guys' behind bars. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Man froze to death after being locked in jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, lawsuit says
A man froze to death while in police custody after he was locked in an Alabama jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, a new federal lawsuit alleges. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Man froze to death after being locked in jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, lawsuit says
A man froze to death while in police custody after he was locked in an Alabama jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, a new federal lawsuit alleges. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Man froze to death after being locked in jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, lawsuit says
A man froze to death while in police custody after he was locked in an Alabama jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, a new federal lawsuit alleges. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Man froze to death after being locked in jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, lawsuit says
A man froze to death while in police custody after he was locked in an Alabama jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, a new federal lawsuit alleges. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Man froze to death after being locked in jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, lawsuit says
A man froze to death while in police custody after he was locked in an Alabama jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, a new federal lawsuit alleges. → Read More
GRAPHIC: Man froze to death after being locked in jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, lawsuit says
A man froze to death while in police custody after he was locked in an Alabama jail’s kitchen freezer as punishment, a new federal lawsuit alleges. → Read More
Light returning to I-20 in Irondale
Your drive in and out of Irondale should be brighter in the years ahead. The mayor now sharing an update on the I-20 lighting situation in his city. → Read More
Critical Repair Program providing Birmingham residents with an opportunity to restore their homes
Do you need repairs made in your home? The Birmingham Office of Community Development is working to provide help. → Read More